Cereals; wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed

HS code 100119 covers the import and export of durum wheat, a type of wheat that is particularly well-suited for making pasta, couscous, and other semolina-based products. As a staple food grain, durum wheat plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, with significant production and trade volumes worldwide. This code is of great economic importance, as wheat and wheat products are among the most widely consumed agricultural commodities globally.

Durum wheat is primarily cultivated through traditional farming methods. The crop is typically sown in the fall, grows through the winter, and is harvested in the late spring or early summer. After harvesting, the wheat is cleaned, graded, and stored before being milled into semolina flour or processed into other wheat-based products.

The main inputs required for the production of durum wheat include fertile agricultural land, suitable climate conditions, farm equipment and machinery, and labor. Farmers also rely on inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to ensure healthy crop growth and high yields. Transportation infrastructure, such as roads and railways, is also a critical input for the efficient movement of the wheat from farms to processing facilities and export markets.

The primary output of HS code 100119 is durum wheat, which is used in the production of a wide range of food products, including pasta, couscous, bulgur, and semolina-based dishes. The output of this code may be consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 190211 Pasta, uncooked, not stuffed or otherwise prepared, 190230 Pasta, dried, and 190240 Pasta, cooked, stuffed or otherwise prepared.